NOT LISTED FOR SALE

51 Rafael Dr San Rafael, CA 94901

Dominican Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,316,000 - $1,396,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,489 Sq Ft
$910/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 08, 2024

Last sale price $1,349,000 $906 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $8,948/month

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Hills
  • Adjacent to Greenbelt
  • Great Room
  • Terra Linda High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Home Office

About This Home

As of November 2024

Charm meets style at 51 Rafael Drive, a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom, 1940 mid-century bungalow featuring freshly painted exterior and interior, fireplace, separate office, one-car garage, and clean, minimalistic lines. Beyond the front door, this vintage bungalow has newly refinished hardwood floors and a bright and cheerful kitchen with new stainless-steel appliances for preparing delicious meals for friends and family. Natural light floods into the great room through floor to ceiling windows and three sets of French doors that open to the backyard. The open floor plan has great indoor-outdoor flow. The recently landscaped backyard includes a lemon tree, lime tree, and raised bed vegetable garden to inspire your creative cooking whims. Views of Lincoln Hill and the golden hills of the Dominican are the icing on the cake! This quaint neighborhood is blocks from Dominican University, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, and Pete's coffee; there's also convenient freeway access to almost anywhere in the Bay area. With its inviting atmosphere and ample outdoor space, this home is ready for you to move in and enjoyin its current charm or take it to the next level. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity!

Last Listed By

Missy CROWE

Golden Gate Sotheby's Internat License #01857778 Listed on: 10/10/2024

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,795

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 5,546 Sq Ft Lot
  • Adjacent to Greenbelt
  • Back and Front Yard Fenced
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Interior Spaces

  • 1,489 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Wood Flooring
  • Views of Hills

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Free-Standing Electric Oven
  • Free-Standing Electric Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Tile Bathroom Countertop
  • Dual Sinks
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Front Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating
  • 220 Volts
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 015-192-09

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,795

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Directions To Property: Grand Avenue to Jewel to Rafael Dr.
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1273
  • Stories: 1
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free Standing Electric Oven, Free Standing Electric Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, See Remarks
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Living Room Features: Great Room, View
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Square Footage: 1489.00
  • Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Outside Access, Shower Stall(s), Tile
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Family Room Features: Great Room
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Decorative Only
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Other Counter
  • Room Type: Office
  • Lower Level: Garage
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Street Entrance

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R, Garden, Greenbelt
  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Front Yard
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Uncovered Patio
  • View: Hills

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Interior Access
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Electric: 220 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
  • Security Features: Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Heater, Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric, Internet Available, Natural Gas Available, Public
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, In Garage, Washer Included

Schools

  • School District: Marin
  • Middle/Junior School District: San Rafael City Schools

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 015-192-09
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5546.00

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1940

MLS Schools

  • Senior High School District: Marin County Office of EDU
  • School District (County): Marin

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 10, 2024
Closed on
Nov 5, 2024
Sold by
Allan B Berman Revocable Trust and Berman Allan B
Bought by
James J Bellante Living Trust and Bellante
Seller's Agent
Missy CROWE
Golden Gate Sotheby's Internat
Buyer's Agent
Reese Forbes
Vanguard Properties
List Price
$1,299,000
Sold Price
$1,349,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
3.85%
Total Days on Market
25
Views
44
Current Estimated Value
$1,354,887

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$5,887
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.09%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 5, 2021
Sold by
Berman Allan Byril and Rosalie Berman Living Trust
Bought by
Berman Allan B and Allan B Berman Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 2021
Sold by
Berman Roey
Bought by
Berman Allan Byril and Rosalie Berman Living Trust

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
James J Bellante Living Trust $1,349,000 Old Republic Title
James J Bellante Living Trust $1,349,000 Old Republic Title
Berman Allan B -- None Available
Berman Allan Byril -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Allan B Berman Revocable Trust $100,000
Previous Owner Berman Roey $100,000
Previous Owner Berman Roey $154,500
Previous Owner Berman Roey $170,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/08/2024 11/08/24 Sold $1,349,000 +3.8% $906 / Sq Ft
11/04/2024 11/04/24 Pending -- -- --
10/10/2024 10/10/24 For Sale $1,299,000 -- $872 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $16,795 $1,222,470 $728,280 $494,190
2023 $16,530 $1,198,500 $714,000 $484,500
2022 $15,606 $1,175,000 $700,000 $475,000
2021 $9,058 $620,342 $311,021 $309,321
2020 $8,949 $613,984 $307,833 $306,151
2019 $8,623 $601,946 $301,798 $300,148
2018 $8,535 $590,145 $295,881 $294,264
2017 $8,220 $578,575 $290,080 $288,495
2016 $7,938 $567,230 $284,392 $282,838
2015 $7,587 $558,712 $280,121 $278,591
2014 $7,265 $547,769 $274,635 $273,134
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Missy CROWE

    Golden Gate Sotheby's Internat

    1 in this area

    10 Total Sales

    Missy CROWE
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  • R

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Reese Forbes

    Vanguard Properties

    (415) 380-6100

    1 in this area

    10 Total Sales

    Reese Forbes
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Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 324079826

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 015-192-09

California Marin County San Rafael 94901 Dominican

51 Rafael Dr, San Rafael, CA

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This home is located at 51 Rafael Dr, San Rafael, CA 94901 since 10 October 2024 and is currently estimated at $1,354,887, approximately $909 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 51 Rafael Dr is a home located in Marin County with nearby schools including Coleman Elementary School, James B. Davidson Middle School, and San Rafael High School.

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